Often referenced as the good old days, the era of the 1950s returned for a day at Russellville's IHOP on Tuesday. Staged as part of the franchise's 56th anniversary, 10 Golden Cakes Inc. IHOP locations across Arkansas relived the '50s.

"It was easy to get everybody on-board for the theme and celebration," John Ebright, Russellville IHOP's general manager, said. "They wanted to do it. You know, they wear the same uniform all the time. It's a lot of fun for them to change it up. They're a great crew."

Ebright said customer reactions were very positive, providing many compliments and showing interest.

"Everybody loves it," Ebright said. "We've had great reactions and a great turnout. We've gotten calls, too. People like knowing when we do stuff like this."

Juanita Hubbard of Morrilton said she was surprised by the 1950s throwback theme and said it brought back many memories.

"I really love it," Hubbard said. "They are wearing the Lucille Ball bandanna hats and the bright red lipstick. I remember when I wore lipstick like that, and those earrings, too. It certainly brings back those memories."

As part of the anniversary, IHOP offered 56-cent shortstacks — three pancakes.

"IHOP is always doing these kind of things," Drew Cox of Russellville said. "It's a fun environment, especially with the different fashion and the old records.

"And you can't beat the price. It's $3.11 for coffee and a shortstack."